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Artsy Crafty Library thread July 17, 2025 · Brea Black Artsy Crafty Library: Unwind with slow stitching When life gets a little stressful, it’s nice to have a creative way to slow down and relax. Practicing slow stitching allows you to focus solely on making something with your hands. little girl waving July 17, 2025 · Luanne Webb Great Read Alouds: Get ready for kindergarten! Find tips to help young kids get ready to start school and fun books to read together to practice kindergarten skills. space portal scifi July 14, 2025 · Meg Porteous A Way Out: Science fiction in a SciFi world Take our Journey Through the Genres to science fiction. You'll find book recommendations of stories that offer a way out, a way forward and a way through it all. pollinator garden July 9, 2025 · Ginger Park Improving library property We are improving the parking lot, removing invasive trees, adding optimal trees, and adding more plants for bees, butterflies and other pollinators to support our ecosystem. happy girl July 8, 2025 · Arion Beals Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Fun early chapter books book covers July 3, 2025 · Chris Blocker Fiction Five: Hot new releases for summer reading With dozens of popular new titles releasing every month, it’s easy for some noteworthy books to slip on by. Chris highlights 5 new novels you won't want to miss. Pinch Pots July 3, 2025 · Travis Garwood Artsy Crafty Library: Inexpensive pottery for beginners Unleash your inner artist and discover the joy of creating something beautiful with your hands. With air dry clay you can try pottery without the huge up-front cost of traditional ceramics. historical millitary photos July 3, 2025 · Sherri Camp Finding your family history in military records Learn how to use Fold3 to discover the stories of your family members who served in the military. Whether you’re tracing your family history or researching a broader historical period, this is a helpful tool. book cover July 1, 2025 · Julie Nelson Lost in the Stacks: There Is No Place for Us Learn about families, squeezed by high rents and low inventory of affordable housing, who were often one paycheck away from being homeless in Brian Goldstone's new nonfiction book. While you wait June 26, 2025 · Kaitlyn Kriley While You Wait for Sunrise on the Reaping While you wait to dive back into the world of The Hunger Games, we recommend other compelling dystopian novels you should check out. happy boy and mom June 26, 2025 · Sherry Hess Early Childhood Tip: Modeling mindfulness Mindfulness can help alleviate stress for both you and your kids. Being a mindful parent means letting go of the idea that things and/or you need to be perfect. couple watching movie June 25, 2025 · Areli Bermudez-Villarreal New & upcoming book adaptations to watch Peek into the best and worst book adaptations and find a list of adaptations to add to your to be watched list. serious conversation June 23, 2025 · Ginger Park Civic Engagement The library hosts events & programs that encourage discussion among residents and involvement in local government. peeking June 20, 2025 · Abigail Siemers What YA' Reading: Survival Check out thrilling young adult books with main characters who are fighting for survival. brothers hugging June 19, 2025 · Debbie Reiff Great Read Alouds: Sibling stories Discover lovely new picture books that celebrate positive sibling dynamics with a good story. Dr. Crumbine June 17, 2025 · Katie Keckeisen Dr. Samuel Crumbine: Topeka’s public health pioneer Dr. Crumbine spent his career making Kansans healthier and preventing the spread of deadly diseases. Learn more about Topeka's history. sci-fi fantasy book June 15, 2025 · Rachael Schmidtlein Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: SciFi Jump into adventures with fantastic books where kids lead the journeys in amazing science fiction worlds. DVD covers June 12, 2025 · Julie Nelson Reel World: Women Make Movies Discover compelling and award-winning documentaries that elevate and expose women's stories. book covers June 5, 2025 · Chris Blocker Fiction Five: Facing Adversity This month’s grief-tinged new reads include heartbreak, healing, withdrawal and reconnection, but also some intrigue and a few laughs. book covers June 4, 2025 · Julie Nelson Fact or Fiction: The Civil War Experience the last deadly year of the U.S. Civil War in a history read and historical fiction. picture books May 30, 2025 · Sherry Hess Tips to increase your child's vocabulary Children are excited to learn new words and Sherry helps you work them into your routine. book cover bloody hand sneaking out a door May 28, 2025 · Kaitlyn Kriley While you wait for The Tenant We've got reads to keep you busy while you wait for Freida McFadden's latest story, The Tenant. These books will have you questioning it all. bee on flower May 28, 2025 · Ginger Park Master Gardener advice to improve outdoor spaces Shawnee County Extension Master Gardeners share tips to help you care for mature plants, new plantings, your lawn and the pollinators who support your garden during the summer. kid & dad reading May 28, 2025 · Rain Schultz-Pruner Great Read Alouds: Summer fun & sunshine Get ready to read in the sunshine with these wonderful picture books all about summer!
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